1993 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 569 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V70 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Clio | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | V70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
